Iaal Fortress, Mountain fortress in Zgharta District, Lebanon
Fortified structure occupies a high hilltop position in northern Lebanon, featuring stone walls and defensive towers that overlook surrounding olive groves.
The fortress dates back to 1816, when Ottoman governor Mustafa Agha Barbar commissioned its construction as part of regional military fortifications.
The fortress represents northern Lebanese architectural traditions with its military design elements, thick stone walls, and integration into mountain landscapes.
The fortress requires advance planning for visits, with access through mountain roads and limited facilities available at the location.
The fortress contains architectural elements that merge Ottoman military engineering with local Lebanese building methods of the early nineteenth century.
GPS coordinates: 34.36222,35.91111
Latest update: April 19, 2025 23:43
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